It’s time again for the annual National Southern Gospel & Harvest Celebration, taking place Oct. 3 through Nov. 3 at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. Approximately 300 Southern Gospel concerts from the nation’s chart topping artists will perform in various venues. These include Dollywood’s host group, the Kingdom Heirs, plus McKameys, Jeff and Sherri Easter, Nelons, Karen Peck and New River, Greater Vision, Kingsmen, Guy Penrod, Legacy Five, Isaacs, Perrys, Gordon Mote, Inspirations, and others just as well known. The price of admission includes all performances, rides, shows and admission to the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame. The park is closed on Thursdays.

There will be crafters from all over the United States displaying and selling their handmade wares including tools, jewelry, musical instruments, home décor and more. In addition, Dollywood’s own craftsmen will demonstrate blacksmithing, woodcarving, wagon making, candle making, candy making, etc.

For ticket information, artist information, scheduling, etc., visit www.dollywood.com or call 1-800-365-5996. A printed performance schedule is available at the gate.

-Spencer Mountain Quintet, Heart 2 Heart, Carla and Jimmy Wiggins, and Eddie and Ann Allen sing 11:15 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Berea Baptist, 2522 Hickory Grove Road, near Mount Holly. This is a memorial benefit to help with the medical expenses of the Rev. Mike Forrester, who passed away Sept. 24 after a long battle with cancer. Hamburger and hot dog plates are available for $6. Freewill donations will be accepted. Call 704-860-9930.